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Assignment:
PART 5 (30 points):
Mr. Smith died, leaving an insurance policy to his heir, John
Smith. The contract provides that the beneficiary can choose
any one of the following four options:
A) $550,000 immediate cash
B) $40,000 every three months, payable at the end of each
quarter for five years
C) $180,000 immediate cash and $18,000 every three months
for ten years, payable at the beginning of each three-month
period
D) $40,000 every three months for three years and $15,000 each
quarter for the following twenty-three quarters, all payments
payable at the end of each quarter.
John has come to you to ask for assistance and your advice. If
money is discounted at a rate of 8% annually, which option
would you recommend (in terms of pure value calculation)?
F S 09:00:00 AM 12:00:00 PM
John Rose [email protected]
(For students majoring in both science and nonscience
disciplines.) A survey of the mechanisms of disease and their
expression in major
organ systems of the human body. The goal is to use scientific

reasoning to make informed decisions about matters related to
human biology
and health. Topics include infections, cancer, heart disease,
lung disease, diabetes, stroke, malnutrition, poisoning by
environmental toxins,
stress, inflammation, disorders of the immune system, and
aging. Emphasis is on analysis of factors that cause disruption
of healthy body
functions, leading to disease, and on prevention of disease
through control of risk factors and early detection. Students
may receive credit for
only one of the following courses: BIOL 301 or BIOL 398H.
Human Health and Disease is an upper-level science course.
You will learn about the human body and its structural
components and
mechanisms that help the body maintain optimal working order.
We will explore the relationship between the body's structure
(anatomy) and
function (physiology), learning how the body works when it is
healthy and what happens when it is affected by a disease.
We will learn to distinguish between healthy and diseased
function of the various levels of organization in the body
starting from the smallest
living units?cells?and moving on to tissues, organs, and organ
systems. We will discuss how the coordination of metabolic
activities at each
level benefits the body and explore how all parts of the body
work together to maintain a stable internal environment that
allows the body to
function properly within set limits.
We will then discuss general categories of diseases caused by
pathogens, genetic defects, and environmental factors, and learn

how a single
disease agent affects not just one organ, but ultimately causes
disruption in the body's homeostasis. We will also explore
diagnostic
procedures, treatment options, and potential outcomes of
various diseases as they pertain to specific organ systems. We
will learn to
recognize the risk factors leading to diseases and identify
preventive measures.
Knowledge about human diseases will be gathered from a
variety of sources, including textbooks, course modules,
articles, and information
from papers and group presentations.
After completing this course, you should be able to
use knowledge of biological principles and the scientific
method to ask and answer relevant questions about human
health and disease
analyze information to distinguish between diseased and healthy
structure and functioning
analyze how internal and external factors cause disruption of
healthy body function, leading to disease and disorders
recognize risk factors leading to disease and identify preventive
measures and treatments
Europe · Syllabus ·
BIOL 301 E621 Human Health and Disease (2192) BIOL-301
Spring 2018 Section E621 3 Credits 12/17/2018 to 01/13/2019

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Grading Information and Criteria
This course consists of the following graded items:
Conference participation (week 1 through week 7
at 3% per week)
21%
Quizzes (two quizzes at 10% each) 20%
Patient Scenario 15%
Pamphlet addressing nonscientific community
and presentation
Pre-pamphlet (5%)
Pamphlet (12%)
Pamphlet Presentation (week 8; 3%)
20%
Final examination 24%
Total 100%
Extra Credit Policy

There is no extra credit work in this course.
Late Submission Policy
1. Quizzes and written assignments: Ten percent (10%) of your
grade will be subtracted for each day an assignment is late.
2. Discussions: If you do not participate in the discussions by
the due date, you will earn 0% for participation in the missed
week.
3. Final Exam: If you do not submit your final exam within the
48-hour window (note that you will have 5 hours to complete
the exam once you
open it within the 48-hour window), you will earn 0 (no
exceptions!).
4. No work will be accepted after the official end of the class.
Additional Notes to Late Policy
Illness, death, family emergency situations, and TDYs (for
military members) are part of life. It is your responsibility,
when you think things are
in danger of getting out of hand, to keep your instructor
informed about what is going on, what the problem is, and how
long it will interfere with
your ability to concentrate and participate in the course. Do
your best to inform your instructor of potential disruptive
situations before
deadlines are reached. You can always contact your instructor
according to the contact information provided by your
instructor. You may need

to provide appropriate documentation that confirms an
emergency or other disruption. Your instructor will use
discretion in determining
whether a late assignment may be accepted.
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Discussion conferences
By registering for a web-based course, you have made a
commitment to participate in your course conferences as well as
other online
activities. Plan to participate regularly. Participation for this
course is defined as proactive participation in weekly discussion
topics. This
requires you to actively reflect on weekly module and textbook
readings and to develop original ideas in your responses. You
are expected to
demonstrate critical thinking and your understanding of the
content in the assigned readings as they relate to the issues
identified in the
conference discussion. You are expected to make your own
contribution as well as respond with value-added comments to
your classmates.
You are encouraged to respond to other students as well as to
your instructor. Note that your online conference participation
counts
significantly toward your final grade.
To receive full credit for weekly participation, you must:
Participate individually with meaningful and original comments
in the posted discussion topics. (See Academic Policies for
information

about plagiarism.) A minimum of 3 posts per week is required.
Your posts should be written in your own words and should be
about 100 to
150 words long. Proper citation of sources (APA style) used for
your responses is expected.
The due date for weekly conference(s) is every Sunday at 11:59
eastern time (ET).
Deadline for classroom participation is midnight US Eastern
Time Zone of the due date unless stated otherwise. You must
participate in the
classroom discussions before the stated deadline to receive
credit. You are expected to adhere to the general rules of online
etiquette.
The grading rubric for individual participation in the weekly
discussions is located under Project Grading Criteria and
Rubrics.
Conference topics and questions will cover:
natural chemical elements (ions) in the human body
the role of trace elements in illness
blood pH and buffers
the role of respiratory and excretory systems in maintenance of
homeostasis
enzymes and their function in different organ systems
medical technology and its importance to diagnosis and
treatment
medical therapies
the role of nutrition and lifestyle in health and illness
case studies
normative values and their use in the medical profession
diseases and disorders affecting various organs and organ
systems
interdependent function of endocrine system and nervous

system to regulate body function
functions and composition of blood, hemostasis, blood types,
and blood disorders
relationships between lymphatic systems and cardiovascular
system
genetic inheritance and pedigree
Do not put off coursework until the end of the week. The
deadline for classroom participation is midnight ET of the due
date unless stated
otherwise. You must participate in the classroom discussions
before the stated deadline to receive credit.
What is "good" participation?
For discussion participation, what matters here is the quality of
your responses, not quantity.
Here are some examples of good responses:
"Mary, you mentioned in your answer that human cloning is
currently being investigated. In your research did you see any
companies that were
actually doing human cloning? I did not think that human
cloning even a possibility in our lifetime. I think the
government should regulate
cloning practices of all animals to make sure that the science is
not being used in a harmful or unethical way."
Another example:
"Joe, I really enjoyed reading your paper. I like the way that
you formatted it, using pictures and tables to support your facts.
The table you
included about the increase in Flu deaths was very interesting -
I did not realize that so many people die in other countries from

something as
simple as the flu!"
Your responses may include an observation, a counterexample,
a suggestion, a statement of respectful disagreement, a solution,
a question
about the material or the process, an insight, an admission, an
assent, an example, an idea, a corroboration, or a speculation.
Remember to
include your sources of information (if applicable)!
Here are some examples of inadequate responses/participation:
"Good job, I liked your answers!" or,
"Joe - I liked your paper very much!" or,
"I agree!"
Any response that is intimidating, disrespectful, belittling
and/or or demeaning will not be tolerated, and will be deleted.
Important: Responses that are copy/pasted from a source will
earn no credit.
Quizzes
Two quizzes will be assigned during the course. They will be
posted on Monday at 00:01 am and due on Sunday at 11:59 pm
Eastern Time
(US). See Course Schedule for dates. Each quiz is worth 10% of
the final grade.

Final Examination (Timed)
Addresses Course Outcome #1, #2, #3, and #4
Use knowledge of biological principles and the scientific
method to ask and answer relevant questions about the human
body.
Recognize and explain how external and internal factors
influence the stability of human body processes.
Use scientific findings to characterize structure and function of
the healthy human body.
Weigh and make health-related decisions based on an
understanding of the value and limits of scientific knowledge
and the scientific
method.
The final examination will be an unproctored timed final exam.
The final exam will be provided by your instructor on Friday
01/11 at 00:01 am
US Eastern Time Zone. This final exam document will be made
available to you for 48 hours. Once you open the exam you will
have 5 (FIVE)
hours to complete it. Keep in mind that the exam is due on
Saturday 01/12 at 11:59 pm Eastern Time Zone. ONLY exams
submitted through
the online (D2L/LEO) classroom will be accepted. The final
exam may consist of multiple choice, fill-in-the-blank, short
answer, and essay
questions.
If you do not complete (remember you have 5 hours) and submit
your final exam within the 48-hour window, you will earn 0 (no
exceptions!).

Patient Scenario
Addresses Learning Outcomes:
Use knowledge of biological principles and the Scientific
Method to ask and answer relevant questions about human
health and disease
Analyze information to distinguish between diseased and
healthy structure and functioning.
Analyze how internal and external factors cause disruption of
healthy body function, leading to disease and disorders.
Mr. Smith is 60 years old. He was diagnosed with a prostate
cancer five years ago. Over the past few days, Mr. Smith has
been feeling weak
and increasingly tired and has also been suffering from a
headache that did not respond to over-the-counter medications.
He scheduled an
appointment with his physician.
His physician performed a physical examination and
recommended a battery of laboratory tests and imaging
procedures.
The table below shows Reference values in the right-hand
column. These values reflect the normal range of values for
patients without disease
or illness. The center column reflects the resulting values for
medical test results obtained for Mr. Smith.
Take note whether Mr. Smith’s values are within normal limits.

Mr. Smith Reference Values
K+ 2.6 mmol/L 3.8-4.9mmol/L
Hb (Hemoglobin) 7.5 g/dL 13.8 to 18.2 g/dL
Hct (Hematocrit) 20.4% 45-52%
Platelet Count 49x10 /L 150-400x10 /L
After receiving Mr. Smith’s test results, his physician admits
him to the hospital. Hospital staff treated him and discharged
him.
The following week, Mr. Smith returns to his physician with the
same complaint of weakness and a new complaint of shortness
of breath. His
blood pressure is 160/100 mmHg. MRI reveals metastasis of
prostate cancer to osseous tissue. Abdominal CT shows
obstruction of intestine
due to nodular enlargement of adrenal glands.
Laboratory results from Mr. Smith’s second hospital admission
and medical tests show following findings:
Mr. Smith Reference Values
K+ 2.6 mmol/L 3.8-4.9mmol/L
Hb 7.3 g/dl 13.8 to 18.2 g/dL
Hct 20.4% 45-52%

Platelet Count 20x10 /L 150-400x10 /L
HCO3 38 mmol/l 22-26 mmol/L
Urinary K+ 70 mmol/L/24 hr 25-120 mmol/L/24 hr
Blood Glucose 460 mg/dl 64.8-104.4 mg/dL
Serum Aldosterone 1 ng/dl
24 hour Urinary Aldosterone 8.4 mcg/24 hr 2.3-21.0 mcg/24 hr
Renin 2.1 ng/ml/hr 0.65-5.0 ng/ml/hr
9 9
9 9
ACTH (Adrenocorticotropic
Hormone)
1082 pg/ml 9-46 pg/ml
Cortisol 155.5 microg/dL 0-25 microg/dL
CONCLUSION AND DIAGNOSIS
Laboratory findings, MRI and CT confirmed metastatic prostate
adenocarcinoma, hypertension and refractory hypokalemia due
to ectopic
ACTH production. High levels of circulating cortisol caused
continuous activation of mineralocorticoid receptors resulting in

hypokalemia,
metabolic alkalosis and hypertension.
After reading provided scenario, answer the following
questions:
1. What are the components of physical examination? Describe
each component. (See Module 1, Commentary, Topic 8. Disease
Categories,
Part B. Steps in Diagnosis)
2. Mr. Smith’s blood pressure was 160/100 mmHg. How does a
medical provider take or measure blood pressure? What do the
top
(numerator) and bottom (denominator) numbers mean in the
biological sense? What is the significance the size of these two
numbers? Is Mr.
Smith’s blood pressure within normal range? Explain how you
concluded whether Mr. Smith’s blood pressure is/is not within
normal range.
3. Based on the data provided, what laboratory tests were
performed and what samples were taken from the patient?
Select one of the
laboratory tests ordered for Mr. Smith and discuss why Mr.
Smith’s physician might have ordered the test and the
information she might have
expected to obtain from that particular test.
4. Compare Mr. Smith’s values with reference values and
indicate whether MR. Smith’s values are below, above, or
within normal range
(compare Mr. Smith’s values with the Reference values) for
each laboratory tests in the table above from the second set of
tests.

5. What imaging procedures did Mr. Smith undergo? Discuss
the distinctions and similarities between the two different
imaging approaches.
What were the results of imaging procedures in Mr. Smith’s
case?
6. Select one of the medical terms from the CONCLUSION and
DIAGNOSIS section above and define what it means. Also,
discuss, in your own
words and based on what you can gather about Mr. Smith’s
condition, how the laboratory or imaging tests helped with
drawing a conclusion or
making the diagnosis. In your own words, discuss how medical
providers use the scientific method to come to work through the
examination
and diagnosis of a patient.
You should write a short paper addressing all six questions and
submit it into the assignment folder. Your grade will depend
upon the content,
clarity and originality of responses written in your own words.
Good writing practices, including the use of correct grammar,
sentence and
paragraph structure, and punctuation, and presence of logical
reasoning, will account for a portion of your grade.
Cite all sources in APA format within your answer text as well
as full citations in APA format at the end of the assignment.
Pamphlet addressing non-scientific community and presentation
Addresses Learning Outcome:
Recognize risk factors leading to disease and identify

preventive measures and treatments.
This assignment is designed for you to demonstrate your ability
to communicate your knowledge of a disease to the lay (non-
scientific and
non-medical) public.
The disease or disorder should not be a common disease that has
already addressed in our course. Common diseases include
coronary artery
disease, Alzheimer disease, arthritis, diabetes, AIDS, hypo- and
hyper-thyroidism, hypertension, psoriasis, sleep apnea, Lyme’s
Disease,
sinusitis, allergic rhinitis, mononucleosis, asthma, urinary tract
infections, many STDs (check with your instructor), irritable
bowel disease,
strep throat, MRSA, polio, tuberculosis, Lockjaw, anorexia
nervosa, autism, Down syndrome, and many cancers (check with
your instructor).
For any additions to this list, check with your instructor.
In this assignment, you will develop good working knowledge
of unique (uncommon) chronic disease or a unique preventable
disease. Check
with your instructor for approval of your topic selection.
Process
You will choose a unique chronic or preventable disease during
the first two weeks of the course.
Seek approval for your topic from your instructor.
Create an informative pamphlet about the chosen chronic or
preventable disease for a non-scientific community. Ideally, the

pamphlet
should be in the form of a six-page pamphlet.
Content
The pamphlet should contain the following:
Content and language that targets a lay audience. All terms
should be explained and diagrams and graphics should be
provided to clarify
concepts and ideas.
A brief description of the disease, including its symptoms and
signs
Explanation of the effects of the disease on healthy body
function including cellular, tissue, organ and organ system
levels
Risk factors contributing to the onset of the disease
Description of preventive steps to avoid the disease (if
avoidable)
Available diagnostic and therapeutic tools
Outcomes of the disease (such as prognosis or recovery
potential)
Information about how a person suffering from the disease can
maintain a desirable quality of life, minimize or slow the
progress of the
disease
Format of the pamhlet
Single-spaced
Tri-fold
All content written in your own words
Reference citations included in APA format (not part of the tri-
fold; should be provided on a separate page)
Submission

Discussion Conference 01/04 and to the Assignment Folder
You will post your pamphlet in a designated discussion
conference by Friday 01/04. As a presenter and topic expert you
will be responsible
for answering classmates’ questions and reacting to their
comments. You will also read classmates’ pamphlets and will
have a chance to
discuss them during the last week of the class.
Grading Rubric
This project has three phases:
1. Select a Topic. By the end of the second week of the course
(see Course Schedule for due date), you will be required to post
your chosen
topic and information about why you chose it in a designated
area in the Conferences. The information you present should
include sufficient
detail to demonstrate that you have completed some preliminary
research and should present a clear rationale for your choice.
2. Develop a reference list and outline. By the end of the fifth
week of the course (see Course Schedule for due date), you will
be required to
submit a list of references and an outline for your pamphlet in
the Conferences. The outline should go beyond the list of
required elements to
sketch out some of the facts you have learned about the disease
– for example, it might include a bullet list of the symptoms.
The reference
list and outline should demonstrate that you have conducted at
least preliminary research into the topic and that you have a
grasp of the facts

related to the disease. Note that the reference list and outline
that you present in week five could still be subject to change as
you complete the
research and writing of your final paper.
3. Write the pamphlet and be prepared to discuss it. You will
post the pamphlet in a designated discussion conference by the
end of week 7
(see Course Schedule for exact due date). As a presenter and
topic expert, you will be responsible for answering classmates'
questions and
reacting to their comments. You will also read classmates'
pamphlets and will have a chance to discuss them during the
last week of the class.
At a minimum, your pamphlet should contain the following
required elements:
Introductory paragraph describing your subject and its
importance
Body of the pamphlet
Addresses signs, symptoms
Explains effects of the disease on healthy body functions, and
relates this to signs and symptoms
Analyzes risk factors and preventive steps
Describes maintenance of quality of life
Discusses diagnostic and therapeutic tools
Explains expected outcomes and prognosis
Describes current areas of research into prevention, treatment or
cure
Describes possible future areas of research into prevention,
treatment or cure

References
Conclusion - summary of your findings
List all references at the end of your pamphlet. You must use at
least five references from credible, scientifically rigorous
sources and cite
them using American Psychological Association (APA) style.
Two or more references should be from the UMUC Library. The
references cited
should be no older than seven years (published 2004 - 2011).
References should be listed on a separate page that does not
count toward the
required length of the paper.
Helpful resources include the following:
Research skills tutorial—
http://www.umuc.edu/library/tutor/intro.html
(http://www.umuc.edu/library/tutor/intro.html)
Online databases, websites, e-books, and other resources
identified by UMUC librarians as helpful for science students
—http://libguides.umuc.edu/BIOL301
(http://libguides.umuc.edu/BIOL301)
Criteria for evaluating websites—
http://www.umuc.edu/library/guides/evaluate.html
(http://www.umuc.edu/library/guides/evaluate.html)
Guidance on citing websites, articles, and books—APA citation
examples and the APA tutorial in the Course Content area in our
WebTycho
classroom
UMUC's Guide to Writing and Research—
http://tychousa4.umuc.edu/writinggde/
(http://tychousa4.umuc.edu/writinggde/)
Online access to writing advisors—

http://www.umuc.edu/writingcenter/
(http://www.umuc.edu/writingcenter/)
Your grade will depend upon the content and clarity of your
presentation as well as your ability to answer questions from
classmates and the
instructor. Keep in mind that longer does not always mean
better. Good writing practices, including the use of correct
grammar, punctuation,
sentence and paragraph structure, and a clear flow of thought,
will account for a portion of your grade.
The entire Pamphlet project is worth 15% of final grade.
There are three parts to the Pamphlet project:
Prepamphlet is worth 5%.
Selection of topic and explanation (class 2)
List of References (class 5)
Pamphlet Outline (class 5)
Pamphlet (final product) is worth 12% (class 7)
Introduction
Addresses signs, symptom
http://www.umuc.edu/library/tutor/intro.html
http://libguides.umuc.edu/BIOL301
http://www.umuc.edu/library/guides/evaluate.html
http://tychousa4.umuc.edu/writinggde/
http://www.umuc.edu/writingcenter/

Analyzes risk factors and preventive steps
Describes maintenance of quality of life
Explains outcomes and prognosis
Describes current areas of research into prevention, treatment or
cure
Describes possible future areas of research into prevention,
treatment or cure
Conclusion
Final list of references included in pamphlet
Clarity, proper grammar, punctuation, spelling
Conference Discussion will be a discussion of your pamphlet
and is worth 3% (standard conference discussion percentage)
Discussion Conference presentation of pamphlet (discussion
during week 8)
Conference reaction to classmates’ pamphlets (discussion
during week 8)
Academic Policies and Guidelines
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
As a member of the University of Maryland University College
(UMUC) academic community that honors integrity and respect
for others you
are expected to maintain a high level of personal integrity in
your academic work at all times. Your work should be original
and must not be
reused in other courses.

CLASSROOM CIVILITY
Students are expected to work together cooperatively, and treat
fellow students and faculty with respect, showing
professionalism and
courtesy in all interactions. Please review the Code of Civility
for more guidance on interacting in UMUC classrooms:
https://www.umuc.edu/students/support/studentlife/conduct/cod
e.cfm
(https://www.umuc.edu/students/support/studentlife/conduct/cod
e.cfm).
POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
UMUC is committed to ensuring that all individuals are treated
equally according to Policy 040.30 Affirmative Action, Equal
Opportunity, and
Sexual Harassment
(https://www.umuc.edu/policies/adminpolicies/admin04030.cfm
).
Students with disabilities who need accommodations in a course
are encouraged to contact the Office of Accessibility Services
(OAS) at
[email protected], or call 800-888-UMUC (8682) or 240-684-
2287.
The following academic policies and procedures apply to this
course and your studies at UMUC.
150.25 Academic Dishonesty and Plagiarism
(https://www.umuc.edu/policies/academicpolicies/aa15025.cfm)
– UMUC defines academic
dishonesty as the failure to maintain academic integrity. All
charges of academic dishonesty will be brought in accordance

with this
Policy.
Note: In this course, your instructor has access to use
Turnitin.com, a tool that helps to evaluate the originality of
student work. Your
instructor may use Turnitin or other resources to check the
authenticity of your work and the accuracy of your use of
sources. To learn
more about Turnitin, the feedback it provides, and your options
regarding the storage of your work in the Turnitin database go
to the
UMUC guides at umuc.edu/library/libresources/turnitin-
students.cfm
(https://www.umuc.edu/library/libresources/turnitin.cfm) and
http://sites.umuc.edu/library/libresources/turnitin.cfm#studentco
pyright (http://sites.umuc.edu/library/libresources/turnitin.cfm).
If you
have questions about academic integrity or how to cite your
sources go to the UMUC Academic Integrity Resources page at
http://www.umuc.edu/current-students/learning-
resources/academic-integrity/resources.cfm
(http://www.umuc.edu/current-
%20students/learning-resources/academic-
integrity/resources.cfm).
151.00 Code of Student Conduct
(https://www.umuc.edu/policies/studentpolicies/stud15100.cfm)
https://www.umuc.edu/students/support/studentlife/conduct/cod
e.cfm
https://www.umuc.edu/policies/adminpolicies/admin04030.cfm
mailto:[email protected]
https://www.umuc.edu/policies/academicpolicies/aa15025.cfm
https://www.umuc.edu/library/libresources/turnitin.cfm
http://sites.umuc.edu/library/libresources/turnitin.cfm

http://www.umuc.edu/current- students/learning-
resources/academic-integrity/resources.cfm
https://www.umuc.edu/policies/studentpolicies/stud15100.cfm
170.40
170.41
170.42
The following policies describe the requirements for the award
of each degree:
Degree Completion Requirements for the Graduate School
Degree Completion Requirements for a Bachelor’s Degree
Degree Completion Requirements for an Associate’s Degree
170.71 Policy on Grade of Incomplete
- The mark of I is exceptional and
considered only for certain courses. Students who have
completed 60% of their coursework with a grade of B or better
for graduate
courses or C or better for undergraduate courses and request an
I before the end of the term. The mark of I is not available for
noncredit
courses.
170.72 Course Withdrawal Policy

- Students must follow drop and withdrawal
procedures and deadlines available at https://www.umuc.edu/
(https://www.umuc.edu/) under Academic Calendar.
130.80 Procedures for Review of Alleged Arbitrary and
Capricious Grading
–
appeals may be made on final course grades as described herein.
205.06 Calculation Of Grade-Point Average (GPA) for Inclusion
on Transcripts and Transcript Requests
– Note: Undergraduate and Graduate Schools have different
Grading
Policies (i.e. The Graduate School does not award the grade of
D). See Course Syllabus for Grading Policies.
GRADING
According to UMUC’s grading policy, the following marks are
used:
Undergraduate Graduate
A 90-100 90-100
B 80-89 80-89
C 70-79 70-79*
D 60-69 N/A**
F 59 or below 69 or below
FN Failure-Non attendance Failure-Non attendance

G Grade Pending Grade Pending
P Passing Passing
S Satisfactory Satisfactory
U Unsatisfactory Unsatisfactory
I Incomplete Incomplete
AU Audit Audit
W Withdrew Withdrew
* The grade of "B" represents the benchmark for The Graduate
School. Students must maintain a Grade Point Average (GPA)
of 3.0 or higher.
Classes where final grade of C or F places a student on
Academic Probation must be repeated.
** The Graduate School does not award the grade of D.
COURSE EVALUATION SURVEY
https://www.umuc.edu/
UMUC values its students' feedback. You will be asked to
complete an online evaluation toward the end of the term. The

primary purpose of
this evaluation process is to assess the effectiveness of
classroom instruction in order to provide the best learning
experience possible and
make continuous improvements to every class. Responses are
kept confidential. Please take full advantage of this opportunity
to provide your
feedback.
LIBRARY SUPPORT
Extensive library resources and services are available online, 24
hours a day, seven days a week at
https://www.umuc.edu/library/index.cfm
(https://www.umuc.edu/library/index.cfm) to support you in
your studies. The UMUC Library provides research assistance
in creating search
strategies, selecting relevant databases, and evaluating and
citing resources in a variety of formats via its Ask a Librarian
service
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Date
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Assignments Due
Date
0 Your course has two required electronic resources:
OPEN STAX Anatomy and Physiology ebook (Rice University)
- https://openstax.org/details/books/anatomy-and-
physiology?Book%20details
BIOL 301 Course Modules
I am available if you need additional assistance outside of class
meeting times. Please

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12/21
class
1
Read
Anatomy & Physiology (Open Stax)
Chapter 1 - An Introduction to the Human Body

Chapter 2 - The Chemical Level of Organization
Chapter 3 - The Cellular Level of Organization
Chapter 4 - The Tissue Level of Organization
Chapter 5 - Integumentary System
Course Module 1
Do
Participate in discussions
Introduction
Weekly discussion topics
Complete APA Tutorial and submit completion certificate
Acknowledge Final Examination times and dates
Concepts:
scientific method
health
disease
disorder
metabolism
homeostasis
chemistry
cell tissues
acids, bases, buffers
osmosis
Skills:
outline scientific method

(all stages)
critical thinking
communicate facts
articulate and ask relevant questions
use appropriate terminology
research
citation
12/22
class
2
Read
Chapter 6 - Bone Tissue and Skeletal System
Chapter 9 - Joints
Chapter 10 - Muscular Tissue
Chapter 11 - Muscular System
Course Module 2: Topics 1, 2, 5
Do
Conduct initial research for pamphlet project
Post selected pamphlet topic and rationale for the selection in
the designated

discussion conference
Concepts:
organ systems
structure and function
patient complaints
symptoms
(presentation of
symptoms)
patient data
reference data
treatment
morphology—healthy
vs. diseased
—healthy vs. diseased
disease progression
cause and effect
risk factors
trauma
physical and chemical
environmental factors
microbiology
Skills:
use data to make
distinctions—healthy
vs. diseased
quantitative analysis

comparative analysis
data analysis
critical thinking
communicate facts
articulate and ask
relevant questions
use appropriate
terminology
research
citation
Issues:
socioeconomic
factors
12/28
class
3
Read
Chapter 12 – The Nervous System and Nervous Tissue
Chapter 13 – Anatomy of the Nervous System
Chapter 14 – The Somatic Nervous System
Chapter 15 – The Autonomic Nervous System
Chapter 17 - Endocrine System

Module 2: Topics 3, 4
Do
Complete and submit GRADED Quiz 1
Work on pamphlet outline with references due class 5
Concepts:
of nerves and the
nervous system
of the sensory system
stress and hormones
communicating
systems within the
body
coordination of
different systems
within the body
signaling from one
body part to another
Skills:
communication
observation and

explanation
critical thinking
communicate facts
articulate and ask
relevant questions
use appropriate
terminology
research
citation
Issues:
lifestyle choices
level of physical
activity
environmental
factors
12/29

class
4
Read
Chapter 18 - The Cardiovascular System: Blood
Chapter 19 - The Cardiovascular System: The Heart
Chapter 20 - The Cardiovascular System: Blood Vessels and
Circulation
Do
Complete and submit short paper analyzing data provided in
assignment
“Patient Scenario"
Work on pamphlet outline with references due class 5
Concepts:
skeletal system
functions
muscular system
functions
posture and movement
lymphatic system
functions
immunity and other
body defenses

Skills:
communication
observation and
explanation
critical thinking
analyze and compare
communicate facts
articulate and ask
relevant questions
use appropriate
terminology
research
citation
Issues:
research ethics
01/04
class
5

Read
Chapter 21 - Lymphatics and the Immune System
Chapter 22 - The Respiratory System
Course Module 3: Topic 4
Course Module 4: Topic 3
Do
Submit detailed pamphlet outline with relevant references
Concepts:
components of blood
and their functions
functions of the
cardiovascular system
cardiac cycle
blood pressure
blood volume
respiratory system
function
acid-base balance
Skills:
communication

observation and
explanation
critical thinking
analyze and compare
communicate facts
articulate and ask
relevant questions
use appropriate
terminology
research
citation
Issues:
hereditary factors
lifestyle choices
01/05
class
6
Read
Chapter 23 - The Digestive System
Chapter 24 - Metabolism and Nutrition
Chapter 25 - The Urinary System
Chapter 26 - Fluid, Electrolyte and Acid Balance

Do
Complete and submit GRADED Quiz 2
Concepts:
digestive system
function
nutrition
energy and metabolism
malnutrition
fluid balance
fluid volume
acid-base balance
fluid osmolarity
urinary system function
Skills:
communication
observation and
explanation
critical thinking
analyze and compare
communicate facts
articulate and ask
relevant questions

use appropriate
terminology
research
citation
Issues:
ethics of research
and treatment
socioeconomic
factors
lifestyle choices
physical activity
01/11
class
7
Read
Chapter 27 - The Reproductive Systems
Chapter 28 - Development and Inheritance
Do

Complete and submit pamphlet into a designated discussion
conference and
an assignment folder
Concepts:
male and female
reproductive system
functions
conception,
pregnancy and fetal
development, and
birth
heredity and
hereditary diseases
Skills:
communication
observation and
explanation
critical thinking
analyze and compare
communicate facts
articulate and ask
relevant questions
use appropriate
terminology
research
citation

Issues:
gender
hereditary factors
ethics of research and
treatment
socioeconomic factors
01/12
class
8
Do
Participate in pamphlet discussions (comment, ask questions
and respond to
questions about your pamphlet topic)
Complete and submit final examination
The final examination will be an unproctored timed final exam.
The final exam will
be provided by your instructor on Friday 01/11 at 00:01 am US
Eastern Time Zone.
This final exam document will be made available to you for 48
hours. Once you
open the exam you will have 5 (FIVE) hours to complete it.
Keep in mind that the
exam is due on Saturday 01/12 at 11:59 pm Eastern Time

Zone. ONLY exams
submitted via online classroom “Exam Tool” will be accepted.
The final exam may
consist of multiple choice, fill-in-the-blank, short answer, and
essay questions.
If you do not complete (remember you have 5 hours) and submit
your final exam within
the 48-hour window, you will earn 0 (no exceptions!).
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